J Timber is Greensboro’s best kept secret. Originally from New York, J Timber moved to Greensboro with his family when he was young. The Indie-Pop artist has R&B influenced vocals and completed his debut EP, Self-Titled, through Nascent Republic Records in May 2010. In a seeming fairytale, Joey Barnes of Daughtry fame heard him playing during a break on the road and was so impressed with the young musician that he decided to produce J Timber’s first record. J Timber has been playing around Greensboro, Charlotte, and Raleigh, and has opened up for local bands as well as national acts such as Coolio and Boys II Men.

Available on iTunes and physical discs through the label website in May, Self-Titled will have an initial release in Greensboro, followed by a touring promotion. J Timber appeared on the Fox 8 morning show on Tuesday, May 25, the same day the record was available on iTunes.

“Dreams are fragile, must handle with care…” sings J Timber on “Something to Say.” Since being taken under the wings of a couple of local established bands, he has been determined to make a name for himself. They showed him the ropes and he started learning guitar and singing out wherever he could. With an unwavering passion to create music for a living, this 21 year old deserves your full attention. Take note and keep an eye on J Timber… he has something to say, and you’re going to want to listen.